Graduate Character Artist

WHAT’S THE ROLE?

We’re looking for a Graduate Character Artist to join our team. As a company we produce a wide spectrum of subject matter from stunningly photorealistic animals to beautifully stylised characters, so populating our games is always a rewarding experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our ambitious future roadmap of games.

*Please note that candidates invited to interview may be asked to complete a role-related assessment intheirown timeas part of the selection process.Further details regarding the expected time commitment will be provided in advance.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Creating game-ready 3D models and textures using Maya, ZBrush and Substance Painter.
• Collaborating with fellow Character Artists to maintain the highest quality throughout development by delivering models on budget, on time, and in the appropriate art style.
• Bringing a new perspective, and where appropriate, suggesting potential improvements to existing pipelines.
• Actively participating in team meetings and contributing to the overall development process.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Demonstrated expertise in anatomical and organic sculpting from reference, with a portfolio showcasing work across both stylised and realistic art styles.
• Ability to work collaboratively and take on feedback and guidance from the rest of the team.
• Experience with translating 2D concepts or reference into 3D Character models. Making artistic decisions to troubleshoot the transformative process and refine the final 3D design.
• Ability to adapt to and work within established art styles, ensuring consistency with the concept art.
• An exceptional level of character modelling in ZBrush.
• Extensive knowledge of preferred 3D packages such as Maya.
• Excellent Substance Painter texturing skills and hand painting.
• Familiarity with the entire real-time character pipeline from high-poly sculpting, retopology, UV mapping, baking, texture creation and ending in the set up and exporting of assets to game.
• An awareness of the importance of efficient UV layouts and mesh topology, to ensure that character models are optimised for performance, budgets, and deform well when animated.
• An understanding of development pipelines, including how your work will be used in dependent disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

• Solid foundational art skills such as 2D drawing.
• An Art degree or relevant game art course.
• Genuine passion for sculpting creatures.